The Latest News & Views from Rose Calendars
Interesting information and news about relevant dates and events, with facts relating to topical or seasonal themes. We explore the sources of historic events, festivals and celebrations from around the world and look at why these take place and where they originate.
Receiving a Stationers’ Warrant for Promotional Calendars: What It Means and Why It Matters
Rose Calendars have been awarded a Stationers’ Warrant for the range of promotional calendars for a second year running. But what does this mean and what benefits can customers dervive from it?
Commemorating the Anniversary of Concorde’s Maiden Flight
In early March 1969, the supersonic commercial passenger plane Concorde embarked on its maiden flight. This groundbreaking event showcased to the world the incredible developments in aeronautical engineering and heralded the beginning of a new era in air travel.
Donation to St Helena Hospice from Festive Fundraising
Staff at Rose Calendars were joined by St Helena Hospice’s Corporate Fundraiser Ruth Jennings last week, to hand over a cheque from monies raised over the festive period.
Marking The Anniversary of The First Professional Golf Tournament
The Open is arguably the most famous golf tournament in the world, but it also happens to be the oldest. Its origins date back over 160 years ago to 17 October 1860 when the first professional golf tournament was held at Prestwick Golf Club in Ayrshire, Scotland. This inaugural event was a very small affair compared to the grand championship that is watched by millions of spectators around the world today. Take a trip with us to discover the origins and history of this famous event.
The Coast to Coast Walk and Britain’s National Trails
Guest author and fourth generation family member Alison Hilton shares her recent walk of the Coast to Coast route, with an insight into our National Trails.
The Day that Charles II Hid in an Oak Tree
On 6 September 1651, the future king of England, 21-year-old Charles Stuart, was the most wanted man in the country. The young prince was being hunted down by Oliver Cromwell and his Parliamentarian army. Fearing for his life, Charles concealed himself in the branches of an oak tree and this moment will forever be remembered as one of the most dramatic and daring escapes in British history, and led to the oak tree becoming a symbol of the resilience and strength of the future king.
